Brock Osweiler: ‘I couldn’t pass up’ joining the Texans

The Houston Texans and quarterback Brock Osweiler reportedly agreed to a four-year, $72 million deal on Wednesday, making Osweiler one of the highest-paid quarterbacks of 2016.

Following the announcement of Peyton Manning’s retirement, Osweiler had the opportunity to become the Denver Broncos’ full-time starter. However, Osweiler turned down a reported three-year, $45 million deal with Denver to instead join the Texans.

“Coming to Houston was an opportunity that I couldn’t pass up,” Osweiler told ESPN. “What I see with this football team is something special. I believe this organization is on the cusp of doing something great.”